Bmw Of North America, Llc | NHTSA Recall #79V001000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 79V001000 by Bmw Of North America, Llc. Includes 4,229 affected units, FUEL:FUEL SYSTEM OTHER PARTS, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

To prevent vapor lock, an auxiliary fuel pump is incorporated in the fuel delivery system. The wiring connections at the auxiliary fuel pump may not make proper contact, rendering the auxiliary fuel pump inoperative. Driving under conditions of extremely high altitude, high temperatures, or fuel contamination, with the auxiliary fuel pump inoperative could allow vapor bubbles to form. This may lead to rough engine running and possible engine stalling.

Corrective Action

Dealer will have the wiring connections to the auxiliary fuel pump soldered at no cost to owner.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 79V001000

Manufacturer: Bmw Of North America, Llc

Report Received Date: 1979-01-12T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel:fuel system other parts

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 4,229

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: To prevent vapor lock, an auxiliary fuel pump is incorporated in the fuel delivery system. The wiring connections at the auxiliary fuel pump may not make proper contact, rendering the auxiliary fuel pump inoperative. Driving under conditions of extremely high altitude, high temperatures, or fuel contamination, with the auxiliary fuel pump inoperative could allow vapor bubbles to form. This may lead to rough engine running and possible engine stalling.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Dealer will have the wiring connections to the auxiliary fuel pump soldered at no cost to owner.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-exqc~w7f3~4wgk

NHTSA ID: 79V001000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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